OMI Group, led by Sam Galeotos, is excited to announce the name of its newest hospitality project, The Metropolitan Downtown.
The project at 1701 Carey Avenue, on the corner of 17th St. and Carey Avenue, comes on the heels of the launch of Provisions in December 2017 and Central Cafe in February 2018. The new hospitality venture encompasses three product offerings: the restaurant “The Metropolitan Downtown”, an event space “The Gallery at The Met”, and the already operational “Provisions”, a boutique liquor store. Director of Marketing and Business Development, Katy Rinne, shares that the restaurant and event space is planned to open later this spring.
“Our project encompasses four downtown addresses that had previously been vacant or otherwise underutilized space. We want to expand the hospitality and entertainment options in Cheyenne’s downtown core and create a venue that is attractive to people with varied interests,” says Galeotos who grew up in Cheyenne and has lived around the country.
The Metropolitan Downtown looks to advance the hospitality and entertainment landscape of Cheyenne, WY, and its downtown, through culinary and cultural offerings. Consistency of quality and service paired with menu items unique to Cheyenne’s current culinary options will set The Metropolitan Downtown apart. The food will be a central focus and draw for the restaurant, featuring a classic menu of New American cuisine with updated offerings. Chef Juan Coronado will be at the helm of the kitchen. Coronado, joined the group in 2017 to assist in the planning of the restaurant. He is a graduate of Johnson and Wales in Denver and has worked with some of Denver’s best chefs at Panzano and the TAG restaurant group.
The desire to add value to the downtown core of Cheyenne was a driving factor in selecting the location and creating the concept of The Metropolitan Downtown.
“Our entire team felt strongly about what we can contribute to Cheyenne,” Katy Rinne adds, “The Met is an opportunity to diversify the hospitality and entertainment offerings of Cheyenne, to create a community we want to live and thrive in. We are aiming to be a social hub of Cheyenne. We plan to offer new entertainment opportunities and create an atmosphere that invites guests to linger and enjoy.”
Other OMI Group offerings:
- The Gallery at The Met: connected to The Metropolitan Downtown restaurant. The Gallery offers private dining and event space for groups as small as 10 to events up to 260 seats. The event space provides opportunities for luncheons, business meetings, fundraisers, seminars, family celebrations, wedding receptions, entertainment events, and more in the heart of Downtown Cheyenne.
- Provisions: also connected to The Metropolitan Downtown, is a specialty liquor store and market. It features small-batch spirits, a unique wine selection and a curated variety of craft beers. The market includes a small food selection of cheeses, crackers, oils, fruit spreads, to-go lunch items, and small gift items.
- Central Cafe: opened in February 2018 at 3920 Central Avenue. Central Cafe is a coffee shop and eatery offering fresh foods. The building is a converted gas station in the heart of the Avenues neighborhood.
- Water Valley Ranch: located just south of Encampment, WY. Water Valley Ranch is an all-inclusive guest ranch along the Encampment River. The secluded property is the perfect place to host corporate retreats, enjoy family reunions, celebrate weddings, or unwind for a weekend.
